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KidStart relies on fundraising and grant writing to provide services to vulnerable children and youth in our communities. Donations can be made monthly or as an annual contribution.
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On the North Island, we empower youth and families to build a future defined by stability and belonging.
Your donations directly support services like KidStart, Foundry, and the Youth Enhancement Fund.
- KidStart is a preventative volunteer mentoring program focusing on the positive development of children and youth ages 6-12. Many matches continue into the teen years.
- Foundry Campbell River and Foundry Comox Valley are multi-service centres for young people and families, offering primary care, mental health and substance use counselling, and social services.
- The Youth Enhancement Fund pays for special expenses for young people that are not covered by other funds, including urgent needs and job readiness expenses.
By investing in these services, you ensure every family has the foundation to move forward with dignity and purpose.

Youth Mental Health
1,500+ program recipients helped per year
More time than money?
We have a waitlist of incredible children and youth who could really benefit from some fun time with you. Join our group of fantastic mentors and make a difference in our community!
The John Howard Society of North Island is a charitable organization whose mission is to provide programs and support to help children, youth, adults, and families lead safer and healthier lives.
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Become a KidStart Champion
Bronze
$25 per month (covers 25% of the cost of a KidStart mentee’s participation)
Silver
$50 per month (covers 50% of the cost of a KidStart mentee’s participation)
Gold
$100 per month (covers the cost of a KidStart mentee’s participation)
Why KidStart Works
KidStart demonstrates that spending time with positive role models increases a young person’s resilience and self esteem.
KidStart builds healthy communities one friendship at a time.
Research shows that mentoring contributes to:
Better attendance and attitude towards school
Decreased chance of drug and alcohol use
Improved relationships with family and friends
Better communication with parents
Increased chance of going on to higher education
My son talks about his mentor nonstop. It’s amazing what a difference it makes having a male role model in his life. Everybody notices a difference since they started hanging out. Even his teacher called to tell me how much he has improved.
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The John Howard Society
of North Island
140 10th Avenue,
Campbell River BC
V9W 4E3
250-286-0611